Adjunct Professor.2.01 (Ns.06.3)

Wits University; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Wits University is seeking a senior academic to lead the MSc Economic Geology programme, coordinate modules and supervise MSc and PhD candidates. The role includes coordinating visiting industry lecturers, field excursions, and practical components to align teaching with current industry practice.

The successful candidate will foster innovative pedagogical approaches, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the development of a strong research and teaching portfolio in geology.

Qualifications

• MSc degree in Geology, Economic Geology, Geosciences or closely related field.
• 10 years of professional experience in mining or mineral exploration with multi-commodity expertise.
• Senior or leadership level responsibility in geological roles.
• Experience across multiple terranes, deposits and stages of the value chain.
• Record of research output not required but portfolio development is encouraged; mentoring experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership for the MSc Economic Geology programme and associated modules.
• Supervise MSc dissertations and PhD candidates where appropriate.
• Coordinate visiting industry lecturers, field trips, and practical training.
• Foster innovative teaching approaches integrating industry practice with academic rigour.
• Develop and grow an active research and teaching portfolio in geology.

Skills

Leadership experience

Mentoring/training

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Strong communication

Field observations & analytical skills

Education

MSc in Geology / Economic Geology / Geosciences

PhD in Geosciences (advantageous)

Tools

Geochemistry

Geochronology

Mineralogical analysis

Geophysics

Job description

Brief Description

Requirements, Key Performance Areas & Competencies

Applicants must provide evidence of the following requirements:

• §A minimum of an MSc degree in Geology, Economic Geology, Geosciences, or a closely related field; a PhD in Geosciences would be advantageous but not required.


• §A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the mining and/or mineral exploration industry, with demonstrable multi-commodity expertise (e.g., precious metals, base metals, platinum group elements, battery metals, iron ore, or other commodities).


• §A strong track record of responsibility in geological roles, including experience at a senior or leadership level.


• §Experience working across multiple geological terranes, deposit types, and stages of the mining/exploration value chain (e.g., greenfields exploration, brownfields exploration, resource definition, mining geology, and/or geometallurgy).


• §Candidates will not be expected to have extensive evidence of research output (peer-reviewed publications, conference abstracts, etc.) or an extensive postgraduate training record, although such a record will be advantageous; a clear commitment to developing these portfolios is expected.


• §Demonstrated experience in mentoring or training within industry or academic settings will be advantageous.

Competencies for this position include:

• §Deep understanding of ore-forming processes, mineral systems, and their application to exploration targeting and resource evaluation.


• §Ability to integrate field-based observations with modern analytical techniques (e.g., geochemistry, geochronology, mineralogy, geophysics) to characterise ore systems.


• §Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences in both academic and industry settings.


• §Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage complex programmes and stakeholder relationships.


• §A collaborative approach to research and teaching, with a commitment to transformation and the development of a diverse student body.

Key performance areas and responsibilities will include:

• §Provide academic leadership for the MSc Economic Geology (Coursework and Research Report) and associated short course programme, including teaching and coordinating modules within the MSc Economic Geology programme.


• §Supervise MSc research reports, dissertations and, where appropriate, PhD candidates.


• §Coordinate and manage visiting industry lecturers, field excursions, and practical training components.


• §Foster innovative pedagogical approaches that integrate current industry practice with academic rigour.


• §Develop and grow an active …...

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Enquiries:

For further information contact the Head of School, Professor Grant Bybee (Tel: [phone]; email: @). Follow the School of Geosciences at these links.

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